Productive Playhouse is hiring a
German Translator

Summary

The job involves translating videos from German to English with short turnaround times for a large-scale project. The translator must have native-level proficiency in German and near-native command of English, possess strong web search skills, and be proficient on MAC or PC, Microsoft Applications, and G Suite. The translator will be expected to deliver the translation of a 1-minute video in 15 minutes and communicate timely with their manager.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess native-level (C2) proficiency in source language, German
• Near-native (C1) command of English with strong grammar/orthography and punctuation skills
• Translators must already have, or be willing to open an Upwork profile
• Ability to start and onboard efficiently
• Responsive to emails
• At least one year of professional translation or interpretation experience

Responsibilities

• Translate videos from German to English
• Provide timely communication with your manager regarding project work
• Insert notes where explicit and detailed hateful language, ethnic discourse, or incitement to violence is mentioned
• Ensure the names of speaker(s) and listener(s) are included, in case of a conversation involving two or more individuals

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Work from home
• Paid training